At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance function, drive strategy, and manage day-to-day operations.
- Company: Dynamic exhibition display design and events agency with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunity for leadership, and a chance to shape financial strategy.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and make a real impact in a growing business.
- Why this job: Be a key player in driving financial success and strategic growth.
- Qualifications: Proven senior finance experience and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Our client, a leading exhibition display design and events agency, are now looking for a commercially minded Head of Finance / Finance Director to take ownership of the company’s financial strategy, operations, and performance.
Role Overview
Within this role you will be responsible for both setting financial direction and delivering the day-to-day finance operations alongside the Finance Assistance. You’ll work closely with the CEO/MD and leadership team to drive performance, while also being comfortable rolling up your sleeves to produce the numbers. You will build and lead a high-performing finance function, ensuring robust financial controls while acting as a strategic partner across the business.
Key Responsibilities of Head of Finance
- Hands-On Finance Ownership
- Take full ownership of the finance function, from day-to-day operations through to strategic planning.
- Prepare and review monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and insight.
- Own and execute month-end and year-end close processes.
- Evaluate new opportunities with a strong financial lens.
- Maintain oversight of all transactional finance (AP/AR, invoicing) where needed.
- Strategic Finance & Leadership
- Partner with the MD and leadership team to shape business strategy and drive growth.
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
- Provide clear, actionable insights on performance, risks, and opportunities.
- Develop and execute the long‑term financial strategy.
- Build and maintain financial models to support decision‑making.
- Cash Flow & Performance Management
- Actively manage cash flow, working capital, and runway.
- Monitor profitability, margins, and cost base across the business.
- Identify and drive improvements in financial performance.
- Controls, Compliance & Governance
- Establish and maintain robust financial controls and processes.
- Oversee statutory accounts, audits, and tax compliance.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and reporting standards.
- Systems & Scaling
- Improve finance systems, reporting, and processes.
- Build scalable financial infrastructure to support growth.
- Introduce automation and efficiencies where possible.
Experience What They’re Looking For in a Head of Finance
- Proven experience in a senior finance role (Head of Finance, Finance Director, or similar).
- Strong track record of being hands‑on and owning the numbers end‑to‑end.
- Experience in an SME, agency, or growth‑stage business.
- Comfortable operating as the most senior finance person in the business.
- Experience owning end‑to‑end finance operations.
- Track record of partnering with leadership teams on strategic decisions.
Skills & Attributes of Head of Finance
- Highly hands‑on, with a willingness to get into the detail.
- Commercially minded with strong analytical skills.
- Able to switch between strategic thinking and execution.
- Strong communicator who can translate financials into business insight.
- Proactive, pragmatic, and solutions focused.
- High attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
Head of Finance in Farnborough employer: The Find
As a leading exhibition display design and events agency, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages growth and creativity. Located in a vibrant area, our team thrives on the energy of the industry, making it an exciting place to contribute to impactful projects while advancing your career.
